Welcome to 5K35.

Can you imagine a world without breast cancer?  We can.  5K35 is a grassroots campaign to help spread the word and raise funds for cancer research utilizing the power of the Web and social media.  It is inspired by the personal experience that John Simpson and his family had with his mother's battle against breast cancer.  By sharing our story, we hope to inspire others to share theirs and get involved any way they can.

5K35 directly supports the great work of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the Lance Armstrong Foundation and their shared mission to eliminate cancer forever.  All proceeds generated by the 5K35 team go directly to these extraordinary charities.  Let's give.

The Back Story

+ Learn more about the story of 5K35.    + Read the Oregonian article about 5K35.

Nike Give 100% Finalist

We're honored to be named a top 10 finalist in the Nike Livestrong Give 100% Campaign!
+ See all 10 finalists and their stories

Fundraising News & Pictures

We helped Komen raise $90,000 on 10/30 for Komen Lunch for the Cure in Portland!
+ See the pictures from Laura O'Brien
+ Watch John's video on Komen's site

Join us on Facebook

Want to link up with others who care?
+ Join our Facebook Group

Follow the 5K35 Blog

We run to live strong.  Follow our progress.
+ Check-out the 5K35 blog on Vox

 Competitor Magazine Article

Recently 5K35 was included in a feature story on philanthropy within sports. 
+ Read the Competitor magazine article

I Save Boobs Video

How do you explain to your young kids what it means to give back?  This is how.
+ Watch the video on YouTube
+ See the 5K35 video that started it all

I Save Boobs Book

Shouldn't every coffee table have one?
+ Buy the book online on Blurb

I Save Boobs T-shirts & Swag

Show off your support.  Get the swag.
+ Shop the 5K35 Cafepress online store

How are we doing?

+ Team 5K35 has directly raised over $24,000 combined since July 2007.
+ More than 8,000 unique visitors to this web site helping to spread the love.
+ 663 runners worldwide participated in the 5K35 Nike+ challenge. 
+ Check-out all the results and feedback...